Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Bradford

Purosearch; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary charity in Bradford seeks a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to lead their dynamic team. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £69,000 with no out-of-hours or weekend work. You will manage a diverse team, overseeing clinical governance and ensuring the optimal use of resources. Comprehensive training and support are provided, making it an excellent opportunity for career growth. Enjoy a generous benefits package, including CPD allowance, holidays, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

CPD allowance

Full RCVS fees

25 days holiday

Life assurance policy

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical practice preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to manage a team and support growth.
• Willingness to learn and participate in training programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hospital’s clinical team and manage daily operations.
• Oversee clinical governance and maintain high care standards.
• Optimize the use of resources and manage finances.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Team management

Veterinary care

Job description

Senior Veterinary Surgeon – Bradford

• Senior Veterinary Role at a small animal hospital in the vibrant city of Bradford
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, orthopaedic surgical equipment, on‑site blood analysis, piped gases and more
• No out‑of‑hours or weekends
• Generous benefits package including a competitive salary of up to £69,000

Are you ready to advance your veterinary career? Join one of the nation's premier veterinary charities in Bradford as a Senior Veterinary Surgeon.

Our client, a thriving small animal hospital nestled in Bradford, seeks a dedicated Senior Veterinary Surgeon to spearhead their dynamic team on a full‑time basis. In this role, you will lead the hospital, supported by a Head Nurse, a Client Services Manager and two Veterinary Surgeon Team Leaders.

As the Senior Veterinary Surgeon, your duties will encompass a spectrum of responsibilities, including guiding and nurturing the clinical team, overseeing all facets of clinical governance, managing financial aspects, and optimising the utilisation of charitable resources.

You will be an integral part of an exceptional veterinary team, comprising eleven full‑time equivalent vets and a nursing team of approximately twenty colleagues, evenly distributed between registered veterinary nurses and veterinary care assistants. A proficient team of receptionists ensures seamless client experiences. This diverse environment, with a mix of seasoned professionals and burgeoning talents, presents an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about fostering team growth both clinically and personally.

The hospital boasts state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, orthopaedic surgical equipment, on‑site blood analysis, piped gases and endoscopy, ensuring you have all the tools necessary to deliver top‑notch care.

While previous experience in practice and people management is advantageous, it is not a prerequisite. Their comprehensive training programme, coupled with mentoring from an Area Veterinary Manager, ensures you will receive the support needed to excel in your role.

The Rota

• Full time – 37.5 hours per week
• No out‑of‑hours or weekends

The Benefits

• Competitive salary from £62,000 – £69,000, dependent on experience
• CPD allowance of one week and £1,000 per year
• Full RCVS fees
• Range of internal CPD programmes
• Discounts for BSAVA congress and London Vet Show
• 25 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays) with the option to buy and sell up to five days per year
• One additional Well‑being Day to take whenever you like to help recharge your batteries
• Generous auto‑enrolment pension and/or contributory pension schemes available at an enhanced rate of 5% contributions up to 10%
• Life assurance policy (four times annual salary)
• Wide range of staff discounts

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail].

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com.

And don’t forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral. Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-41379